Dressing Forcep Standard 14.5 cm / 5-1/2" Straight

The Standard Dressing Forcep 14.5 cm / 5-1/2", straight is a general purpose serrated thumb forcep. It differs from the Adson pattern in the shape of the handle, which is a plain tapered spring rather than the wide flat platform of the Adson family. This is a practical distinction rather than a matter of quality. The plain handle is lighter and less bulky, which some veterinary clinicians prefer for routine handling tasks, and the pattern is generally more economical.

The instrument provides more reach than a 12 cm Adson, making it useful for retrieving swabs from a deeper site, handling dressings during bandage changes, and general use in the treatment room. The serrated tips grip material securely without puncturing. Because it is a widely used and reasonably priced instrument, it is commonly held in numbers across a practice rather than as a single item.

• Plain tapered spring handle, lighter and less bulky than the Adson platform
• Serrated tips grip material securely without puncturing
• 14.5 cm length provides more reach than a 12 cm Adson pattern
• Suited to swab retrieval, bandage changes and general treatment room use
• Ergonomic design for reduced hand fatigue
• Surgical grade stainless steel, fully autoclavable

How does this differ from an Adson dressing forcep?

The handle is a plain tapered spring rather than the wide flat Adson platform, and the instrument is longer at 14.5 cm.

Is it suitable for skin closure?

No. The serrated tips are intended for dressings and material. A toothed tissue forcep should be used for skin.

At HK Medical Instruments, we stand behind the quality and performance of our products.

All instruments are eligible for return or replacement within 45 days of delivery if they have a manufacturing defect, malfunction, or do not meet your expectations.

We also offer a lifetime breakage warranty covering breakage resulting from manufacturing or material defects. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper handling, accidental drops, incorrect cleaning or sterilization, unauthorized repairs, or normal wear and tear.

To request warranty assistance, please contact us at warranty@hkmedins.com with your order details, a description of the issue, and clear photographs of the affected instrument. Our team will review your request and guide you through the return or replacement process.